What grades does Lew Wallace Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Lew Wallace Elementary School serves students in Hammond, IN. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Lew Wallace Elementary School located?

You can find Lew Wallace Elementary School in Hammond, IN.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lew Wallace Elementary School?

At Lew Wallace Elementary School, there are approximately 17.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Hammond, IN?

Lew Wallace Elementary School is among the schools serving Hammond, IN. The school is part of the local school system.

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Q: How many students attend Lew Wallace Elementary School?

Lew Wallace Elementary School has a total enrollment of 450 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Hammond, IN.

Primary|Hammond, Indiana|School City of Hammond

Hammond, IN 46324

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School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

450

Student:Teacher

17.3:1

Locale

Suburban

District

School City of Hammond

Econ. Disadvantaged

60.9%

Phone

(219)933-2479

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

<=5%

Math Proficiency

6-9%

Chronic Absenteeism

22.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

26 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1

Near average in IN

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

429

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,879

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,604

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,980

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 21%State 54%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$338,685

+4.0% 1yr+32.7% 5yr

Chicago, IL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.0%

Below 150% poverty line

7.0%

Unemployment rate

6.8%

Uninsured residents

10.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,499

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,379

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

334 (24%)

Autism

247 (18%)

Speech/Language Impairment

213 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

200 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

163 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

60 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

450

Current enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions about Lew Wallace Elementary School

Lew Wallace Elementary School has a total enrollment of 450 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Hammond, IN.